Adam's Wine Guide » Australia http://www.adamswineguide.com From Vine To Bottle Sat, 15 May 2010 03:03:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Heartland Stickleback Great Bang For The Buck http://www.adamswineguide.com/2010/01/29/heartland-stickleback-great-bang-for-the-buck/ http://www.adamswineguide.com/2010/01/29/heartland-stickleback-great-bang-for-the-buck/#comments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:15:57 +0000 Adam Weiner http://www.adamswineguide.com/?p=375 Ben Glaetzer has come up with a wonderful wine from Australia called Stickleback Red.  It’s an eclectic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Dolcetto and Lagrein (the latter two grapes are native to Italy, and aren’t planted widely in Australia).  Stickleback is named after the small Australian fish.

The grapes are from Southern Australia; 90% Langhorn Creek and 10% Limestone Coast.  This tasty blend is full bodied, showing smoky notes of strawberry, blueberry and spice.  The Stickleback red will pair nicely with roasted or grilled meats and heavier sauces.  Just stay away from spicy foods with this wine.  The ‘08 gets a solid 87 points in my book.  You should be able to find it in your local wine shop for under $15.

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